Job description
Position Description
Department History Overview:
Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as Harris County Child Welfare to provide support services for children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.
Vision:
To better the lives of children and adults in Harris County.
Training Manager Overview:
Under the supervision of the Director of Administration, this position is responsible for the design, direction, coordination, planning, and implementation of all training related activities for all levels of Harris County Resources for Children and Adults staff. This position is an integral part of the department and supports HCRCA leadership by providing training services and expertise in the areas of coaching and soft-skills training, leadership development, and change management.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Provides direct supervision to the Training Coordinators.
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Provides leadership development and coaching training for individuals and/or groups to improve overall organizational effectiveness.
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Develops, evaluates, and monitors the performance of new and existing training programs; ensures resources are acquired and efficiently utilized in compliance with agency regulations.
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Creates or provides oversight for curriculum design develop.
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Procures and negotiates contract training.
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Evaluates training needs based on employee feedback.
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Provides specialized training to all areas of Harris County Resources for Children and Adults.
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Provides one-on-one consulting to divisional leaders to facilitate training strategies in response to agency employee needs assessments and surveys; develops plans of action to address identified needs.
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Develops unit policies and procedures to manage day-to-day operations; reviews and interprets agency guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; establishes priorities and uses measurement tools for tracking staff progress towards meeting identified goals.
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Establishes and monitors service contracts for training vendors in accordance with established guidelines.
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Interfaces with external stakeholders through community participation to stay abreast of current social work and staff development trends.
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Prepares and maintains a training program budget.
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Manages the agency’s student internship program for social work-related positions.
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Serves as a subject matter expert to division administrators and participates in board- related meetings and activities.
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Coordinates new employee and board orientation programs.
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Serves as a facilitator for special projects with community partners and stakeholders as requested.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Education:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Social or Behavioral Sciences.
Experience:
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Five (5) years of full-time paid work experience in a non-profit or governmental environment in program development and quality improvement activities.
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Four (4) years of supervisory experience in a Social Services setting.
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Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software such as Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel
Licensure:
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Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license (Texas) and auto liability insurance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to speak before a group
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Self-motivated and possess excellent time management skills
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Must be detailed oriented and Innovative
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Must be responsible and self-disciplined
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Ability to handle multiple tasks
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Ability to meet strict internal and external standards and deadlines
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Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
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Exercise flexibility
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Exercise tact and diplomacy
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Strong leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills
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Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
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Evaluates performance
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Coaches and provides mentoring techniques
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Interact with all levels of staff
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Works independently in a fast-paced environment
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Handle job related matters in a professional, diplomatic, and confidential manner
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Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook
NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:
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Full-Time/Regular
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Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am.- 5:00 pm.
Salary:
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$56,846.40-$60,257.18 (Annually)
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Based on 26 Pay Periods
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Plus, Mileage Reimbursement
Work Location:
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Annex M, 2525 Murworth, Houston TX 77054
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered
only
to employees in
regular
(full-time)
positions:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
- 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
- Retirement pension (TCDRS)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
- Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/Medical.aspx
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